One thing to keep in mind since you mentioned the holidays... Delays!
BDL is a small airport. On one hand, this means that things don't back up so fast. But on the other, it means there are MUCH FEWER options for rebooking should something go wrong.
That being said, I love BDL. Easy-in, easy-out.
PVD is also a terrific option too if you are in eastern CT.
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